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States And Territories RSS Feed from ABC Radio Darwin2018, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Tue, 27 Feb 2018 07:32:00 +1100Why isn't the Northern Territory a state?http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-02-27/why-isnt-the-northern-territory-a-state-curious-darwin/9457776?source=rss
It was once a part of SA, then fell under Commonwealth control, and now the NT celebrates 40 years of self-government. But it's not truly independent like the six states, and Curious Darwin sets out to examine why.Tue, 27 Feb 2018 07:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201802\4809026.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Curious Darwin flagCurious Darwin flagABC News: Bridget Judd: ABC News: Bridget JuddWhy isn't the NT a state?There have been four attempts at statehood for the NT but none have stuck. Curious Darwin investigates why.-23.0333 133.8000Northern Territory passes investigation laws for Independent Commission Against Corruptionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-02-06/northern-territory-icac-passes/9402626?source=rss
New Northern Territory anti-corruption laws will give an independent commission the power to use surveillance and assume false identities in the pursuit of offenders.Tue, 06 Feb 2018 22:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201802\4800038.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Attorney General Natasha FylesNT Attorney General Natasha FylesABC News: Alan Dowler: ABC News: Alan Dowler-12.4668 130.8433'Stressed' principals in NT to receive $600 from the Governmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-01-17/nt-education-minister-eva-lawler-cash-to-stressed-principals/9336174?source=rss
Principals in the Northern Territory feeling under pressure can apply for $600 to go towards gym memberships and wellness programs, but concerns are raised about whether making a claim could impact an individual's career.Wed, 17 Jan 2018 14:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201801\4791068.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinEducation:All:AllEducation:Educational Resources:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Education Minister Eva LawlerNT Education Minister Eva LawlerABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Slow population growth will cost Northern Territory one of two federal seats: Demographerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-12-01/northern-territory-may-lose-federal-electorate-in-three-years/9213766?source=rss
The Northern Territory will lose one of its two federal seats in the House of Representatives if its slow population growth continues, demographers warn, with a push to change the Electoral Act to avoid the loss.Fri, 01 Dec 2017 20:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201712\4774101.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Population and Demographics:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800DarwinDarwinSupplied: HC Blechynden: Supplied: HC Blechynden-23.0333 133.8000Dan Murphy's: NT law restricting liquor shop floor space repealedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-11-23/nt-government-repeal-liquor-floor-space-law/9180578?source=rss
Six months after the NT Labor Government legislated its bottle shop size limits, which effectively blocked liquor giant Dan Murphy's from setting up in Darwin, it repeals the legislation.Thu, 23 Nov 2017 12:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201711\4770277.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Drug Use:AlcoholAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Artist impression of Dan Murphy's in DarwinArtist impression of Dan Murphy's in DarwinSupplied: NT Airports: Supplied: NT Airports-12.4668 130.8433The royal commission into NT youth detention has failed childrenhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-11-21/nt-royal-commission-on-youth-detention-has-failed-children/9174860?source=rss
Its recommendations do not go far enough for a range of reasons, but two stand out, writes Holly Doel-Mackaway.Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201711\4769063.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Prisons and Punishment:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Royal Commissions:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Child strapped to mechanical restraint chairChild strapped to mechanical restraint chairSupplied: SuppliedDylan Voller is shackled into a chair, officers walk outThe use of mechanical restraints was legalised in the Northern Territory in 2016.-12.4668 130.8433Youth detention royal commission: NT's Don Dale centre should be closed, report recommendshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-11-17/nt-royal-commission-calls-closure-of-don-dale-systemic-changes/9160460?source=rss
The high security unit of Darwin's Don Dale youth detention centre should be shut immediately and the entire centre closed within three months, the royal commission says, after finding "shocking and systemic failures occurred over many years".Fri, 17 Nov 2017 14:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201711\4766289.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Prisons and Punishment:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Royal Commissions:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Don Dale youth detention centreDon Dale youth detention centreAAP: Neda Vanovac: AAP: Neda Vanovac-12.4668 130.8433Final NT fracking report delayed until March after 'unacceptable' community consultationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-11-08/final-nt-fracking-report-delayed-until-march/9129558?source=rss
The Northern Territory's independent fracking inquiry is delayed after a secret recording of community consultations in a remote Indigenous community reveals "unacceptable conduct" by staff.Wed, 08 Nov 2017 13:55:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201711\4761784.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Elliott 0862Beetaloo Basin, NTBeetaloo Basin, NTABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-23.0333 133.8000Territory Day: Why fireworks will always be a part of celebrating NT self-governancehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-07-01/territory-day-fireworks-part-of-northern-territory-freedom/8654916?source=rss
Every year on July 1, Northern Territorians celebrate the day they threw off the shackles of Commonwealth governance and they do it with a bang.Sat, 01 Jul 2017 07:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201707\4694825.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:History:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Composite image of fireworks and NT flagComposite image of fireworks and NT flagComposite Image: Mark Rigby (ABC News/NT Government): Composite Image: Mark Rigby (ABC News/NT Government)-12.4668 130.8433Is the momentum to develop northern Australia being lost, or is it just getting started?http://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2017-06-20/developing-northern-australia-white-paper-progress/8633338?source=rss
It is two years since a white paper outlined a vision to transform northern Australia into an economic powerhouse, but no projects have started.Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201706\4688713.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinfarnorthnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Morning Glory sunriseMorning Glory sunriseSupplied: Burke Shire Council: Supplied: Burke Shire Council-16.9245 145.7652GST funding cut blamed for expected Northern Territory public service job reduction, non-renewal of programshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-03-27/nt-election-promises-to-be-honoured-despite-2b-funding-cut/8389824?source=rss
The Northern Territory government indicates there will be fewer public servants and government programs that will not be renewed, after a $2 billion hit to GST funding.Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201703\4643210.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Michael GunnerMichael GunnerABC News: James Dunlevie: ABC News: James Dunlevie-12.4668 130.8433NT Government abandons commitment to return to surplus by 2019-20http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-03-25/nt-government-abandons-plan-to-return-to-surplus/8386852?source=rss
NT Treasurer Nicole Manison confirms the Northern Territory Government will abandon its election commitment to return the budget to surplus by 2019-20.Sat, 25 Mar 2017 17:38:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201703\4642569.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Michael Gunner and Nicole ManisonMichael Gunner and Nicole ManisonABC News: Xavier La Canna: ABC News: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433NT abortion bill: Reform to allow RU486 will deliver equality, lead to 'dark ages', politicians tell Parliamenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-03-21/nt-abortion-debate-hears-from-all-sides-of-parliament/8374464?source=rss
The Northern Territory Parliament passes a law decriminalising abortion and legalising the medical termination of pregnancy, after a long and impassioned debate that drew arguments ranging from discrimination to claims of a new stolen generation.Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201703\4640133.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Health Policy:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Protesters call for new abortion laws in the NTProtesters call for new abortion laws in the NTABC News: James Oaten: ABC News: James Oaten-12.4668 130.8433Self-funded Darwin LGBTQI clinic highlights NT's transgender health care gaphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-02-26/transgender-clinic-medical-services-gap-nt/8293440?source=rss
A monthly clinic is helping transgender people previously overlooked by the NT's health system, yet its long-term future is uncertain due to funding concerns.Sun, 26 Feb 2017 10:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201702\4626550.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllCommunity and Society:Sexuality:AllCommunity and Society:Suicide:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHealth:Mental Health:AllHealth:Sexual Health:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Evo KoulakisEvo KoulakisABC Radio Darwin: Emilia Terzon: ABC Radio Darwin: Emilia Terzon-12.4668 130.8433From Mongolia to the monsoon: Scholarships entice international students to Darwinhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-02-24/scholarships-entice-international-students-to-darwin/8296474?source=rss
The Northern Territory is working to increase its share of Australia's third largest export sector education.Fri, 24 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201702\4625799.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:EducationBusiness, Economics and Finance:International Aid and Trade:AllEducation:University and Further Education:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Mongolia:All:AllAlimaAlimaABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Calls to amend medical legislation 'loophole' to help doctors report unfit drivershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-02-09/calls-to-amend-law-to-help-doctors-report-unfit-drivers/8254866?source=rss
The medical association calls for extra legislative protections to make it easier for doctors to report potentially dodgy drivers that might need their licences revoked.Thu, 09 Feb 2017 14:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201702\4617107.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinDisasters and Accidents:Accidents:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHealth:Ethics:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Laws:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Three men killed in road crash near Bundaberg in southern QueenslandThree men killed in road crash near Bundaberg in southern QueenslandABC News: Dominic Cansdale: ABC News: Dominic Cansdale-12.4668 130.8433Taxi, Uber users could be slugged $1 or $1.30 per ride when ridesharing service arrives in NThttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-02-03/taxi-and-uber-users-could-be-slugged-1-dollar-or-1.30-per-ride/8237804?source=rss
Northern Territory consumers may be forced to pay an extra levy for each taxi or Uber ride they take if recommendations proposed by a leaked report are implemented by the Government.Fri, 03 Feb 2017 08:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201702\4613596.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Uber taxi DarwinUber taxi DarwinABC News: James Dunlevie: ABC News: James Dunlevie-23.0333 133.8000Spike in bikie gang violence prompts call for changes in NT lawshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-01-30/nt-government-vows-to-introduce-tough-new-bikie-laws/8224184?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government promises to introduce legislation this year to help police in their efforts to crack down on outlaw motorcycle gangs, after a spike in criminal behaviour.Mon, 30 Jan 2017 22:10:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201701\4611495.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Drugs and Substance Abuse:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:Antisocial BehaviourLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:Drug OffencesLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime Prevention:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Darwin Rebels vestDarwin Rebels vestABC News: ABC News-23.0333 133.8000Dylan Voller: Mother of Don Dale prisoner says son 'too afraid' to give royal commission evidencehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-12-07/dylan-voller-too-afraid-to-give-royal-commission-evidence/8099456?source=rss
The mother of former Don Dale youth detainee Dylan Voller says her son is too scared to give evidence at the royal commission into youth detention in the Northern Territory for fear of retribution.Wed, 07 Dec 2016 21:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201612\4588634.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Royal Commissions:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Child strapped to mechanical restraint chairChild strapped to mechanical restraint chairSupplied: Supplied-12.4668 130.8433Country Liberals look to past president Shane Stone to help rebuild for next electionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-19/clp-looks-to-past-president-shane-stone-to-help-rebuild/8040200?source=rss
Thirty years since he was first elected president of the Country Liberals, former Northern Territory chief minister and former federal Liberal Party president Shane Stone is back in the role.Sat, 19 Nov 2016 23:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201611\4578066.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Former chief minister Shane StoneFormer chief minister Shane StoneABC News: Xavier La Canna: ABC News: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433'Wholly void' election of Aboriginal member a 'landmark case'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-01/landmark-case-of-void-aboriginal-candidate-mark-guyula/7982564?source=rss
A legal expert says the controversy embroiling the newly elected Member for Nhulunbuy Yingiya Mark Guyula could be a landmark case that highlights the clash between Australian and Aboriginal laws.Tue, 01 Nov 2016 18:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201611\4566895.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Mark Guyula, Member for NhulunbuyMark Guyula, Member for NhulunbuySupplied: NT Government: Supplied: NT Government-12.1868 136.7821Northern Territory independent Yingiya Mark Guyala may have breached electoral law, could lose seathttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-10-14/nt-independent-yingiya-mark-may-have-breached-electoral-law/7935220?source=rss
Yolgnu independent Yingiya Mark Guyula could lose his seat, with the NT Electoral Commission receiving a complaint he breached electoral law.Fri, 14 Oct 2016 23:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201610\4557083.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Independent candidate for Nhulunbuy Yingiya Mark GuyulaIndependent candidate for Nhulunbuy Yingiya Mark GuyulaABC News: Mitchell Woolnough: ABC News: Mitchell Woolnough-23.0333 133.8000Juvenile detention royal commission prompts hundreds to stage rally in Sydneyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-10-11/juvenille-detention-royal-commission-prompts-rally-in-sydney/7923908?source=rss
Several hundred mainly Indigenous people have staged an emotional rally in Sydney to coincide with the first day of hearings at the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children.Tue, 11 Oct 2016 23:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201610\4554737.xmlABC Radio DarwinsydneydarwinCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Royal Commissions:AllAustralia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Don Dale rally in SydneyDon Dale rally in SydneyABC News: Jean Kennedy: ABC News: Jean Kennedy-33.8631 151.2043New female-majority NT cabinet sworn in, Chief Minister vows to keep teamhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-12/new-nt-cabinet-sworn-in/7836028?source=rss
Northern Territory Chief Minister Michael Gunner vows to try and keep the same cabinet for the next four years at historic female-majority swearing in ceremony.Mon, 12 Sep 2016 15:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4537195.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Northern Territory cabinetNorthern Territory cabinetABC News: Xavier La Canna: ABC News: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433Four sacked, six redeployed as NT Labor begins clearing out public servicehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-08/four-sacked-and-six-redeployed-as-labor-clears-out-public-sector/7826218?source=rss
The Northern Territory's new Government, led by Michael Gunner, begins wielding the axe on public service executives, sacking four and moving six others elsewhere in the public sector.Thu, 08 Sep 2016 17:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4535119.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Dr Len NotarasDr Len NotarasABC News: Tristan Hooft: ABC News: Tristan Hooft-12.4668 130.8433Porsche lets fly at NT Government's 'nanny state' approach to open speed limitshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-08/porsche-accuses-nt-of-nanny-state-approach-to-speed-limits/7824424?source=rss
Luxury car brand Porsche accuses the Northern Territory Government of running a "nanny state" for removing controversial open speed limits on some stretches of road.Thu, 08 Sep 2016 16:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4534845.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Porsche 911 GT3Porsche 911 GT3Flickr: Axion23: Flickr: Axion23-12.4668 130.8433NT election: Nhulunbuy's Lynne Walker says legal avenues available if she loseshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-07/lynne-walker-nhulunbuy-seat-could-lead-to-challenge/7820448?source=rss
The politician in line to become the Northern Territory deputy chief minister says she will consider taking legal action if she loses by less than five votes in the Arnhem Land seat of Nhulunbuy.Wed, 07 Sep 2016 12:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4534312.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Labor's Lynne Walker and Independent candidate Yingiya Mark GuyulaLabor's Lynne Walker and Independent candidate Yingiya Mark Guyula105.7 ABC Darwin Emilia Terzon/ABC News: Mitchell Woolnough: 105.7 ABC Darwin Emilia Terzon/ABC News: Mitchell Woolnough-12.1868 136.7821'Stone and Giles cut from the same cloth': Two decades of NT politicshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-02/stone-and-giles-cut-from-the-same-cloth-nt-politics-reflection/7805802?source=rss
It might look like it was taken with an Instagram filter, but a parliamentary class photo from 1997 has brought the past and the present into sharp focus, senior ABC journalist Michael Park writes.Fri, 02 Sep 2016 12:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4531446.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800The 'Stone Age' Class of 1997The 'Stone Age' Class of 1997: -12.4668 130.8433Labor leader Michael Gunner sworn in as Northern Territory Chief Ministerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-31/michael-gunner-sworn-in-as-northern-territory-chief-minister/7801262?source=rss
With some seats still on a knife edge, Labor leader Michael Gunner has been officially proclaimed the 11th Chief Minister of the Northern Territory.Wed, 31 Aug 2016 19:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4530010.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Gunner sworn inGunner sworn inABC News: Jacqueline Breen: ABC News: Jacqueline Breen-12.4668 130.8433NT election: Peter Chandler says Adam Giles should take more responsibility for 'absolute train crash'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-31/peter-chandler-urges-adam-giles-to-take-more-responsibility/7800524?source=rss
A former deputy chief minister says he will be searching for a new job since losing his seat and has implored Adam Giles to shoulder more responsibility for the electoral battering.Wed, 31 Aug 2016 13:51:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4529887.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles at CLP launchAdam Giles at CLP launchABC News: Felicity James: ABC News: Felicity JamesPalmerston Hospital worksPalmerston Hospital worksABC News: James Oaten: ABC News: James Oaten-12.4668 130.8433NT election: Counting continues but Adam Giles faces wait for result in seat of Braitlinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-29/counting-continues-in-nt-election-giles-faces-wait-seat-result/7793738?source=rss
Counting resumes in the Northern Territory election but it could be days before outgoing chief minister Adam Giles learns whether he has lost his own seat.Mon, 29 Aug 2016 12:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4528440.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinkatherineGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Katherine 0850Adam Giles on election nightAdam Giles on election nightABC News: Rohan Barwick: ABC News: Rohan Barwick-12.4668 130.8433NT election: Shane Stone slams Adam Giles for future career talk, would oppose Senate bidhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-29/nt-election-former-chief-minister-stone-slams-giles/7793190?source=rss
Senior conservative figure Shane Stone says it is time for the outgoing Northern Territory chief minister Adam Giles to repent after the Country Liberals were crushed in the weekend's territory election.Mon, 29 Aug 2016 11:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4528296.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam GilesNT Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433NT election: Adam Giles predicted CLP's landslide defeat but he had to 'put on a shiny face'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-28/nt-election-adam-giles-says-he-new-defeat-was-coming/7792170?source=rss
Former chief minister Adam Giles says he had to put on a "shiny face and pearly whites" despite knowing the CLP would lose the NT election.Sun, 28 Aug 2016 13:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4528094.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles accepts defeat in the 2016 NT electionAdam Giles accepts defeat in the 2016 NT electionABC News: Rohan Barwick: ABC News: Rohan Barwick-23.0333 133.8000NT election: Seven key issues to watch on voting dayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-26/nt-election-what-to-watch-on-election-day/7789074?source=rss
The CLP swept to power in 2012 off the back of winning five bush electorates. Will Labor cruise to victory or will the pollsters be proved wrong? Here's what to look out for.Sat, 27 Aug 2016 09:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4527606.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Michael Gunner and Adam Giles compositeMichael Gunner and Adam Giles compositeABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433NT election: CLP-authorised 'just vote 1' signs unlikely to help party at the polls, experts sayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-26/clp-just-vote-one-signs-wont-help-experts-say/7785228?source=rss
Country Liberal Party-authorised signs instructing voters to "just vote one" at Saturday's election are unlikely to help the party at the polls, experts say.Fri, 26 Aug 2016 17:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4527517.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800CLP authorised Just Vote 1 signs in inner suburban DarwinCLP authorised Just Vote 1 signs in inner suburban Darwin105.7 ABC Darwin: Emilia Terzon: 105.7 ABC Darwin: Emilia Terzon-23.0333 133.8000NT Election: Adam Giles faces candidate forum in Braitling, Casuarina candidates debatehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-26/nt-election-braitling-debate-adam-giles-and-dale-wakefield/7783908?source=rss
Alcohol policies, youth diversion services and domestic violence are debated in Braitling, while Casuarina candidates face-off over the 'tradie bonus' and homeowners' incentives.Fri, 26 Aug 2016 12:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4527243.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Dale WakefieldAdam Giles and Dale WakefieldABC News: ABC News-23.6989 133.8829NT economy 'on the precipice of a cliff': Chief Minister Gileshttp://www.abc.net.au/am/content/2016/s4527022.htm?source=rss
Voters in the Northern Territory head to the polls tomorrow and the Chief Minister, Adam Giles, will be doing everything he can in the final day of campaigning to hold on to power. But after a roller-coaster four years plagued by political coups, defections and scandals, it's looking unlikely. Mr Giles is fighting to keep his Central Australian seat of Braitling, which takes in Alice Springs. Speaking with AM's Michael Brissenden, he says only the Country Liberal Party has a plan for the NT economy.Fri, 26 Aug 2016 07:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4527022.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam Giles speaks with AM's Michael BrissendenAdam GilesSupplied: Country Liberals: Supplied: Country LiberalsNT economy 'on the precipice of a cliff': Chief Minister GilesVoters in the Northern Territory head to the polls tomorrow and the Chief Minister, Adam Giles, will be doing everything he can in the final day of campaigning to hold on to power. But after a roller-coaster four years plagued by political coups, defections and scandals, it's looking unlikely. Mr Giles is fighting to keep his Central Australian seat of Braitling, which takes in Alice Springs. Speaking with AM's Michael Brissenden, he says only the Country Liberal Party has a plan for the NT economy.Michael Brissenden-12.4668 130.8433Developing Darwinhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-25/how-will-next-nt-government-develop-darwin/7749102?source=rss
The Northern Territory's capital city could look different depending on who forms government after Saturday's election. Here's what you need to know.Thu, 25 Aug 2016 16:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4526706.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:HousingCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800The face of Australia's most northern city is changingThe face of Australia's most northern city is changingCarl Curtain: Carl Curtain-12.4668 130.8433Adam Giles: A coup, controversies and a tough stance on crime among legacyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-17/nt-chief-minister-adam-giles-in-a-snapshot/7716796?source=rss
As the NT election approaches, the ABC takes a closer look at Adam Giles, the Northern Territory Chief Minister who has has held his role for the past three years.Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4521095.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Giles with his familyGiles with his familySupplied: Country Liberals: Supplied: Country Liberals-12.4668 130.8433Michael Gunner: Labor hopeful points finger at CLP over 'trust deficit'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-17/nt-labor-leader-michael-gunner-in-a-snapshot/7750446?source=rss
The number one thing lacking in Northern Territory politics is trust, according to Labor leader Michael Gunner.Wed, 17 Aug 2016 08:10:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4521096.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Michael Gunner ahead of the 2016 NT electionMichael Gunner ahead of the 2016 NT electionABC News: Stephanie Zillman: ABC News: Stephanie Zillman-12.4668 130.8433Senator Barry O'Sullivan's surprising path to politicshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2016/08/12/4518347.htm?source=rss
Barry O'Sullivan attributes his work ethic to a close acquaintance with life's fragility. (R)Fri, 12 Aug 2016 11:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4518347.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:Animals:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Liberal National Party (Queensland)Australia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Barry O'Sullivan - ConversationsBarry O'SullivanABC Radio: Barry O'Sullivan - Conversations (R)Barry O'Sullivan in conversation with Sarah Kanowski. -27.4698 153.024NT election: CLP facing uphill battle in bush electorateshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-11/clp-facing-uphill-battle-in-bush-electorates/7719222?source=rss
The Country Liberals won the last Territory election in the bush but this time the pollsters are predicting the CLP will lose seats, and the election, Territory-wide.Thu, 11 Aug 2016 11:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4516043.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Country Liberal Party campaign bus in Central AustraliaCountry Liberal Party campaign bus in Central AustraliaABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-23.0333 133.8000Waste rock could be burning again at McArthur River Minehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-05/waste-rock-could-be-burning-again-at-mcarthur-river-mine/7696024?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Department of Mines and Energy is investigating whether the same reaction that caused waste rock to burn at the McArthur River Mine in 2013 is happening again.Fri, 05 Aug 2016 22:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4514245.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningEnvironment:Mining:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Borroloola 0854Large smoke plumes rise from McArthur River Mine's waste rock pileLarge smoke plumes rise from McArthur River Mine's waste rock pileABC: Jane Bardon: ABC: Jane Bardon-16.0694 136.3047Don Dale: NT Opposition calls for Adam Giles to resign over tear gas footage claimshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-29/nt-opposition-calls-for-chief-minister-adam-giles-to-resign/7673244?source=rss
The NT Opposition calls on Adam Giles to resign after he contradicted his previous claims about when he first saw footage showing the tear-gassing of teenagers being held in juvenile detention.Sun, 31 Jul 2016 00:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4509971.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Prisons and Punishment:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam GilesNT Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven SchubertYard 3 at Don Dale youth detentionYard 3 at Don Dale youth detentionABC News: Nadia Daly: ABC News: Nadia DalyCCTV shows minor being gassed by prison guardsFootage acquired by the ABC shows .-12.4668 130.8433Four Corners: CCTV footage shows repeated victimisation of Dylan Voller in NT youth detention centreshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-25/young-boy-victimised-in-youth-detention-in-northern-territory/7657708?source=rss
Shocking vision showing a 13-year-old boy being repeatedly victimised at Northern Territory youth detention centres including instances where he was stripped naked as well as being knocked to the floor by staff members comes to light in tonight's Four Corners.Wed, 27 Jul 2016 17:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4507120.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Boy huddles against wall in NT youth detention centreBoy huddles against wall in NT youth detention centreSupplied: SuppliedWARNING: THIS VIDEO CONTAINS DISTURBING FOOTAGE. Vision shows Dylan Voller forcefully stripped by stCCTV footage obtained by Four Corners shows shocking vision of Dylan Voller being forcefully stripped by detention centre staff.-23.0333 133.8000WA politician Brendon Grylls hits back at NT Chief Minister over Developing the North commentshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-20/western-australian-politician-brendon-grylls-hits-back-at-nt/7645202?source=rss
The former head of the Western Australia National Party fires shots back at Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles over comments the Developing the North agenda is "close to dead".Wed, 20 Jul 2016 15:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4504189.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam GilesNorthern Territory Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433NT Government tries to outdo Labor's promise for new Palmerston police stationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-11/bidding-war-for-new-palmerston-police-station/7587194?source=rss
A bidding war breaks out just weeks before the Territory election, with both major parties striving to trump the other on promises for a new Palmerston police station.Mon, 11 Jul 2016 17:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4498549.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Palmerston 0830Police investigating after shots fired in DarwinPolice investigating after shots fired in DarwinABC: Xavier La Canna: ABC: Xavier La CannaNT Chief Minister Adam GilesNT Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4828 130.9839Delia Lawrie case: Police reapply for warrant to access 12,000 emails sent by former NT Labor leaderhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-08/police-reapply-to-seize-12000-of-delia-lawries-emails/7579586?source=rss
NT Police re-launch a bid to seize 12,000 emails sent by former opposition leader Delia Lawrie and her key staff, arguing their court appeal could have repercussions for law enforcement across the country.Fri, 08 Jul 2016 12:29:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4496801.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Opposition Leader Delia LawrieOpposition Leader Delia LawrieABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433Jock McLeod firefighter compensation letter reignites debate over NT public asset privatisationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-07/darwin-firefighter-retires-rejection-letter-cancer-compensation/7575168?source=rss
A Darwin firefighter at the centre of a public battle for cancer compensation receives a permanent impairment claim rejection letter just days before his official retirement.Thu, 07 Jul 2016 20:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4496368.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:CancerHealth:Health Insurance:AllHealth:Occupational Health and Safety:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Darwin firefighter Jock McLeodDarwin firefighter Jock McLeod105.7 ABC Darwin: Emilia Terzon: 105.7 ABC Darwin: Emilia Terzon-12.4668 130.8433Could silent fireworks bring an end to 'war zone' connotations on Territory Day?http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-04/could-silent-fireworks-be-used-for-territory-day-celebrations/7567510?source=rss
A fireworks company that's managed displays at Sydney Harbour believes silent fireworks will probably not work out for the notoriously nerve-wracking Territory Day celebrations.Mon, 04 Jul 2016 16:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4494317.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinArts and Entertainment:Events:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Territory Day at Casuarina BeachTerritory Day at Casuarina BeachSupplied: Max Tavu: Supplied: Max Tavu-12.4668 130.8433Nathan Barrett lawyer says social media messages show relationship 'was consensual'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-16/barrett-lawyer-says-messages-show-consensual-relationship/7516352?source=rss
Conversations retrieved from deleted Facebook messages appear to support sacked NT minister Nathan Barrett's claim that he was in a consensual relationship and a victim of revenge porn, his lawyer Peter Maley says.Thu, 16 Jun 2016 12:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201606\4483103.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Nathan BarrettNathan BarrettSupplied: Nathan Barrett MLA Facebook page: Supplied: Nathan Barrett MLA Facebook pageRebecca Barrett Facebook postRebecca Barrett Facebook postSupplied: Facebook: Supplied: Facebook-12.4668 130.8433Sex scandal: NT politician Nathan Barrett will not recontest August electionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-12/embattled-nt-politician-nathan-barrett-will-not-recontest-seat/7503718?source=rss
Northern Territory Country Liberals party politician Nathan Barrett, who quit Cabinet amid a sex scandal, will not contest the NT election in August, the party's president confirms.Sun, 12 Jun 2016 17:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201606\4480451.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Nathan BarrettNathan BarrettSupplied: Nathan Barrett MLA Facebook page: Supplied: Nathan Barrett MLA Facebook page-12.4668 130.8433NT Sports Minister Nathan Barrett resigns amid sex video scandalhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-11/nt-minister-nathan-barrett-resigns-amid-sex-video-allegations/7502236?source=rss
Nathan Barrett resigns from Cabinet after sending videos of himself engaged in a sex act to a constituent with whom he was involved for a short period.Sat, 11 Jun 2016 23:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201606\4480179.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Palmerston 0830Nathan Barrett, Country Liberals, Blain by-election winNathan Barrett, Country Liberals, Blain by-election win: -12.4828 130.9839Development freeze in Berry Springs amid fears aquifer use nearing capacityhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-10/development-freeze-berry-springs-fears-aquifer-use-near-capacity/7500090?source=rss
The NT Government freezes development in the Darwin rural area of Berry Springs as it admits it doesn't know who is using what water.Fri, 10 Jun 2016 16:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201606\4479818.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Water Management:AllEnvironment:Water Supply:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Berry Springs 0837Australia:NT:Darwin 0800Berry Springs lower pool near Darwin, Northern Territory.Berry Springs lower pool near Darwin, Northern Territory.Flickr: Sally Cummings: Flickr: Sally Cummings-12.7167 130.972Shauna Mounsey quits One Territory amid 'friction' with party president Braedon Earleyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-06-01/shauna-mounsey-quits-one-territory-party-nt/7468078?source=rss
The Northern Territory's newest political party suffers a blow, with one of its candidates for August's election quitting the group to run as an independent.Wed, 01 Jun 2016 17:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201606\4473691.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Shauna MounseyShauna MounseyABC News; James Oaten: ABC News; James Oaten-12.4668 130.8433NT A-G learned of rapist's detention, attempted escape via mediahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-05-03/john-elferink-learned-of-rapist's-detention-via-media/7378856?source=rss
The Northern Territory Attorney-General says he learned a convicted rapist had been in detention centre after an attempted escape.Tue, 03 May 2016 11:43:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201605\4454757.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Social Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Amit HamalAmit HamalSupplied: NT Police: Supplied: NT Police-12.4668 130.8433NT Government stops paying for some released prisoners to get home to remote communitieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-28/nt-govt-stops-paying-for-some-released-prisoners-to-get-home/7368250?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government stops paying for some recently released prisoners to travel back to their remote communities, prompting concerns the move could lead to prisoners reoffending.Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4452257.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Prisons and Punishment:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800generic darwin prisongeneric darwin prisonABC TV: ABC TV-12.4668 130.8433Delia Lawrie wants NT fracking referendum when voters head to pollshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-19/delia-lawrie-wants-nt-fracking-referendum/7338904?source=rss
The Northern Territory independent politician calls on the Giles Government to hold a referendum into whether fracking should continue in the jurisdiction.Tue, 19 Apr 2016 15:29:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4446185.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Oil and GasEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllEnvironment:Environmental Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Delia Lawrie and fracking opponentsDelia Lawrie and fracking opponentsABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-12.4668 130.8433Gurrumul Yunupingu complaint referred to NT health complaints commissionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-09/gurrumul-yunupingu-complaint-referred-to-health-commission/7313026?source=rss
A complaint made on behalf of Indigenous singer Gurrumul Yunupingu has been referred to Northern Territory's Health and Community Services Complaints Commission, his manager says.Sat, 09 Apr 2016 11:15:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4440208.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinArts and Entertainment:Music:IndigenousCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Liver and KidneysHealth:Health Administration:AllHuman Interest:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Gurrumul in hospitalGurrumul in hospitalSupplied: Mark Grose: Supplied: Mark Grose-12.4668 130.8433Remembering Bob Ellishttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2016/04/08/4439449.htm?source=rss
A collection of Bob's finest and funniest moments. Fri, 08 Apr 2016 18:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4439449.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:All:AllArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AllArts and Entertainment:Comedy (Humour):AllArts and Entertainment:Critique and Theory:AllArts and Entertainment:Poetry:AllArts and Entertainment:Popular Culture:AllArts and Entertainment:Television:AllArts and Entertainment:Theatre:AllCommunity and Society:Death:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:All:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AuthorAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Bob Ellis Bob EllisABC Local: Bob Ellis - ConversationsRemembering Bob Ellis.-27.4698 153.024Gurrumul Yunupingu: Formal investigation into singer's treatment at Darwin hospital ruled outhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-05/no-investigation-into-gurrumul-yunupingu-hospital-treatment/7299640?source=rss
A formal investigation into the alleged mistreatment of Indigenous singer Gurrumul Yunupingu at a Darwin hospital has "absolutely" been ruled out, the NT Health Minister says.Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4437427.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinArts and Entertainment:Music:IndigenousCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Liver and KidneysHealth:Health Administration:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Gurrumul in hospitalGurrumul in hospitalSupplied: Mark Grose: Supplied: Mark Grose-12.4668 130.8433Chan building redevelopment: Architect raises concerns about cost, designhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-03-30/chan-building-redevelopment-architect-concerns/7283642?source=rss
The NT Government's multi-million-dollar redevelopment of the Chan building is under scrutiny after its own architect raised concerns about its cost and design.Tue, 05 Apr 2016 20:36:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4434308.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinArts and Entertainment:Design:ArchitectureCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chan building DarwinChan building DarwinABC News: Stephanie Zillman: ABC News: Stephanie Zillman-12.4668 130.8433COAG health deal a boon for NT, Adam Giles sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-01/coag-health-deal-a-boon-for-nt-adam-giles-says/7291938?source=rss
The Northern Territory will be about $30 million better off next financial year under a new health funding deal agreed to by Commonwealth leaders, the Chief Minister says.Fri, 01 Apr 2016 22:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201604\4435755.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Health Administration:AllHealth:Health Policy:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam GilesNT Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433Ankle bracelets being considered for problem drunks in Darwin, Adam Giles sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-03-24/ankle-bracelets-being-considered-for-problem-drunks-darwin/7274816?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government is considering putting ankle bracelets on problem drinkers in Darwin in an effort to get chronic drunks out of the city.Thu, 24 Mar 2016 15:19:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201603\4431518.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime Prevention:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800-12.4668 130.8433Willem Westra van Holthe back in CLP fold with promotion to legal affairs committee after CT Group sagahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-03-18/willem-westra-van-holthe-back-in-clp-fold/7258290?source=rss
The former Northern Territory deputy chief minister survives a branch vote of no confidence and is promoted to chairman of the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee, which comes with a pay rise.Fri, 18 Mar 2016 17:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201603\4427715.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinkatherineGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Katherine 0850NT Energy Minister Willem Westra van HolteNT Energy Minister Willem Westra van Holte: -14.4666 132.2623Questions over implications of Darwin port lease for Defence White Paper planshttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2016/s4418104.htm?source=rss
A security analyst is questioning if the 99-year lease of Darwin's port to a Chinese-owned company could reduce options for the defence force at a time when it plans to increase its presence in northern Australia. The Government's recent Defence White Paper sets out plans for a greater defence presence in northern Australia that includes upgrades to navy bases. But there are questions over whether the lease of the Darwin's port could push up the costs of those plans.Thu, 03 Mar 2016 18:53:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201603\4418104.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Trade:AllDefence and National Security:Security Intelligence:AllGovernment and Politics:Foreign Affairs:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Lease agreement for Darwin portLease agreementABC News: ABC NewsQuestions over implications of Darwin port lease for Defence White Paper plansA security analyst is questioning if the 99-year lease of Darwin's port to a Chinese-owned company could reduce options for the defence force at a time when it plans to increase its presence in northern Australia. The Government's recent Defence White Paper sets out plans for a greater defence presence in northern Australia that includes upgrades to navy bases. But there are questions over whether the lease of the Darwin's port could push up the costs of those plans. Sara Everingham-12.4668 130.8433Aboriginal boy detained in adult mental health ward, three weeks after Darwin juvenile facility openedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-02-26/aboriginal-boy-detained-in-darwin-adult-mental-health-ward/7204400?source=rss
An Aboriginal boy is detained at an adult inpatient ward for mentally ill people at Royal Darwin Hospital, three weeks after the Territory's first juvenile mental health facility was opened.Fri, 26 Feb 2016 19:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201602\4414784.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AboriginalGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Health Policy:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Royal Darwin HospitalRoyal Darwin HospitalABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Nathan Barrett, Gary Higgins winners after 'secretive' NT ministry swearing-in ceremonyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-02-16/barrett-higgins-winners-after-secretive-nt-swearing-in-ceremony/7174494?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government holds a 'secretive' ceremony to swear-in its 15th ministry, a move that has seen backbencher Nathan Barrett elevated to the frontbench and Gary Higgins picking up key portfolios.Tue, 16 Feb 2016 19:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201602\4407912.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Cabinet swearing in at Northern Territory Government House, February 15, 2016Cabinet swearing in at Northern Territory Government House, February 15, 2016Supplied: NT Government: Supplied: NT Government-12.4668 130.8433Peter Styles elected new NT Deputy Chief Minister after Westra van Holthe turmoilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-02-15/clp-picks-new-deputy-chief-peter-styles/7169922?source=rss
The Country Liberals choose another former policeman to be the Deputy Chief Minister, replacing Willem Westra van Holthe who quit on Valentine's Day.Tue, 16 Feb 2016 00:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201602\4407050.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles announces Peter Styles as his new deputyAdam Giles announces Peter Styles as his new deputyABC News: Alyssa Betts: ABC News: Alyssa Betts-12.4668 130.8433NT Chief Minister invites Australia's political leaders to Darwin for tax forumhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-02-02/adam-giles-softens-stance-against-gst-increase/7133164?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Chief Minister appears to be coming around to the idea of reforming the GST, but he wants Australia's leaders to come to Darwin to sort it out.Tue, 02 Feb 2016 14:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201602\4398846.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesChief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesAAP: Daniel Munoz: AAP: Daniel Munoz-12.4668 130.8433John Howard: guns, politics and powerhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2016/02/02/4398764.htm?source=rss
Former Prime Minister John Howard recounts what it took to reform Australia's gun laws. Tue, 02 Feb 2016 11:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201602\4398764.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllCommunity and Society:Grief:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:Referendums:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioInformation and Communication:Journalism:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllGovernment and Politics:Social Policy:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllCommunity and Society:History:21st CenturyPerson:Howard, John, Winston:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000John Howard Former Prime Minister, John Howard ABC RN: John Howard - ConversationsFormer Prime Minister John Howard in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Royal Darwin Hospital car parking system to be scrapped by NT Government, John Elferink sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-10/darwin-hospital-parking-system-scrapped-by-nt-government/7018282?source=rss
Northern Territory Health Minister John Elferink says he is sick of the current parking system at Royal Darwin Hospital and is in the process of scrapping it.Thu, 10 Dec 2015 15:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4369865.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Health Administration:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Federal budget upgrade for RDH paediatrics unitFederal budget upgrade for RDH paediatrics unitABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Richardson Park $20m refurbishment plan ditched after public backlashhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-08/darwin-richardson-park-plan-abandoned/7011508?source=rss
The controversial $20 million redevelopment of a derelict sports stadium in Darwin is abandoned by the Northern Territory Government.Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:56:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4368397.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Ludmilla 0820Proposed development at Richardson ParkProposed development at Richardson ParkSupplied: Supplied-12.4167 130.8333Eating disorder treatment options at Darwin hospital need to be more accessible, sufferer sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-09/calls-for-eating-disorder-bed-at-darwin-hospital/7011580?source=rss
A young medical student and recovering eating disorder sufferer uses a NT Government youth initiative to highlight a gap in local health services.Wed, 09 Dec 2015 12:33:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4368866.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Eating DisordersHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800An anorexic woman stands on scalesAn anorexic woman stands on scalesAFP: Joel Saget: AFP: Joel Saget-12.4668 130.8433Darwin port a 'strategic defence' facility, DPC report sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-04/corporation-confirms-darwin-port-strategically-important/7002768?source=rss
Darwin's port that has been leased to a Chinese company has been described as a "strategic defence port" in the annual report of the body that runs the facility.Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4366466.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinDefence and National Security:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Live cattle exports from the Darwin portLive cattle exports from the Darwin portMatt Brann: Matt Brann-12.4668 130.8433Timeline of the failed coup against Adam Giles in the Northern Territoryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-04/how-failed-northern-territory-leadership-coup-unfolded/6069956?source=rss
The attempted leadership coup in the Northern Territory has moved at a frantic pace and has had many complex developments. We take a look at how the week has unfolded so far.Wed, 02 Dec 2015 18:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4174141.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Willem Westra van Holthe a day after the leadership crisisAdam Giles and Willem Westra van Holthe a day after the leadership crisisABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433No-confidence vote against NT Government failshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-01/no-confidence-vote-against-clp-government-in-nt-fails/6992062?source=rss
A motion of no confidence in the Northern Territory Government fails, with key independents choosing to not back the move.Tue, 01 Dec 2015 19:56:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4363872.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Michael GunnerAdam Giles and Michael GunnerABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Dave Tollner fails to win pre-selection for NT seat of Spillett, will not contest electionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-28/tollner-fails-to-win-preselection-for-nt-election/6983652?source=rss
The Northern Territory Treasurer Dave Tollner is dumped by his own party, after the Country Liberals did not pre-select him to run in next year's election.Sun, 29 Nov 2015 09:12:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4361884.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Planning Minister David TollnerNT Planning Minister David TollnerABC News: Jesse Dorsett: ABC News: Jesse Dorsett-12.4668 130.8433Port of Darwin: US ambassador John Berry weighs in on controversial lease to Chinese companyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-24/us-ambassador-weighs-in-on-darwin-port-lease/6970932?source=rss
The United States ambassador to Australia says he will have "more to say" about the controversial decision to lease Darwin's commercial port to a Chinese company with links to the People's Liberation Army.Wed, 25 Nov 2015 00:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4358904.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinDefence and National Security:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:World Politics:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800United States:All:AllDarwin portCattle are loaded into the Sawal ship - the first to leave Australia since the suspension on the live export trade - headed for IndonesiaClare RawlinsonABC: Clare RawlinsonDarwin Port boss to move onDarwin Port boss to move on7pm TV News NT: 7pm TV News NT-12.4668 130.8433Daniel's Law: Concerns raised over impact proposed NT public sex offender registry will have for victimshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-24/daniels-law-nt-sex-offender-registry-concern-for-victims/6968514?source=rss
NT Attorney-General John Elferink defends landmark Daniel's Law legislation amid concerns from victims and lawyers that public sex offender registry would make people less likely to report crimes.Tue, 24 Nov 2015 15:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4358537.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Sexual Offences:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Local schoolchildren said it was hard for them to disconnect with the dolls they made as they gave tLocal schoolchildren said it was hard for them to disconnect with the dolls they made as they gave them away936 ABC Hobart: Damien Peck: 936 ABC Hobart: Damien Peck-12.4668 130.8433Labor astonished NT Minister Peter Chandler failed to read analyst's report on Port of Darwin salehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-20/scott-morrison-proposes-reforms-for-selling-government-assets/6956854?source=rss
Federal Labor savages NT Infrastructure Minister Peter Chandler for failing to read an influential report raising concerns about allowing Chinese interests to take over the Darwin port.Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4355964.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Peter ChandlerPeter ChandlerABC News: James Dunlevie: ABC News: James Dunlevie-26.000 134.500Kezia Purick fired and rehired: Attorney-General fails in bid to dump Kezia Purickhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-18/move-to-dump-nt-speaker-kezia-purick-in-late-night-motion-fails/6950232?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government fails in its attempt to remove the parliamentary Speaker from the chair, with Kezia Purick winning her renomination for the role by one vote.Thu, 19 Nov 2015 17:29:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4354411.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Kezia Purick resignsKezia Purick resignsABC: Alan Dowler: ABC: Alan Dowler-12.4668 130.8433Senate Inquiry into Darwin Port lease looming with Labor backing calls for a reviewhttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2015/s4354027.htm?source=rss
Momentum is building to hold a Senate inquiry into the controversial decision to lease the Port of Darwin to a Chinese company. Labor says revelations about the close links between the company, Landbridge, and the Chinese army warrant an new investigation. The Defence Department Secretary has insisted there are no security concerns about the 99 year lease. But Labor says there has to be a re-examination of the decision to grant the lease.Wed, 18 Nov 2015 10:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201511\4354027.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Foreign Affairs:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800China:All:AllSenate Inquiry into Darwin Port lease looming with Labor backing calls for a reviewTrade between Australia and Indonesia is continuing despite speculation to the contrary.Carl Curtain: Carl CurtainSenate Inquiry into Darwin Port lease looming with Labor backing calls for a review Momentum is building to hold a Senate inquiry into the controversial decision to lease the Port of Darwin to a Chinese company. Labor says revelations about the close links between the company, Landbridge, and the Chinese army warrant an new investigation. The Defence Department Secretary has insisted there are no security concerns about the 99 year lease. But Labor says there has to be a re-examination of the decision to grant the lease.Louise Yaxley -12.4668 130.8433Public entitled to know why DPP won't prosecute Foundation 51, Northern Territory MP Gerry Wood sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-10-23/public-entitled-to-know-why-dpp-not-prosecute-f51-mp-says/6878954?source=rss
The Northern Territory Director of Public Prosecutions must break its silence on why it has not pursued a CLP associated entity accused of being a "slush fund", the Independent Member for Nelson Gerry Wood says.Fri, 23 Oct 2015 10:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201510\4337452.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Foundation 51 pamphletFoundation 51 pamphletABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Palmerston Hospital concrete pour: Federal Government faces questions over 'media stunt'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-10-21/commonwealth-questioned-over-palmerston-hospital-concrete-pour/6872184?source=rss
The Federal Opposition says the Commonwealth gave the Northern Territory $35 million to build Palmerston Hospital based on construction milestones that are now in dispute, including a "stairway to nowhere".Wed, 21 Oct 2015 20:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201510\4335869.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Concrete pour Palmerston hospitalConcrete pour Palmerston hospitalABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Prosecution of CLP-associated entity Foundation 51 not in public interest, DPP sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-10-21/prosecuting-foundation-51-not-in-public-interest-dpp-says/6872410?source=rss
The NT Director of Public Prosecutions says it is not in the public interest to prosecute Foundation 51, an organisation labelled by Labor as a Country Liberals slush fund.Wed, 21 Oct 2015 17:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201510\4335930.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Foundation 51 pamphletFoundation 51 pamphletABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433NT Government defends actions over McArthur River Mine http://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2015/s4299871.htm?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government has defended its handling of a lead contamination case at the contentious McArthur River zinc mine near Borroloola, 900 kilometres south-east of Darwin. Last week the Government revealed a cow had tested positive to lead contamination after wandering onto the site. The test was done 12 months ago, but the Government only revealed the information last Friday, as a deadline loomed for the release of documents under Freedom of Information.Tue, 25 Aug 2015 19:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201508\4299871.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Borroloola 0854NT Government defends actions over McArthur River Mine McArthur River MineABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon NT Government defends actions over McArthur River Mine The Northern Territory Government has defended its handling of a lead contamination case at the contentious McArthur River zinc mine near Borroloola, 900 kilometres south-east of Darwin. Last week the Government revealed a cow had tested positive to lead contamination after wandering onto the site. The test was done 12 months ago, but the Government only revealed the information last Friday, as a deadline loomed for the release of documents under Freedom of Information.
Sara Everingham-16.0694 136.3047CLP minority government suffers immediate defeat on opening of Northern Territory Parliamenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-25/clp-minority-government-suffers-immediate-defeat-in-parliament/6722410?source=rss
The Country Liberals suffers an immediate defeat on opening of Parliament as independents and Opposition combine to push for a debate on development in Darwin's Rural Area.Tue, 25 Aug 2015 13:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201508\4299632.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Gerry Wood and Dave TollnerGerry Wood and Dave TollnerABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Djambawa Marawili: PM's Indigenous advisor frustrated by 'disconnected' land ownership policy in Northern Territoryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-21/djambawa-marawili-frustrated-by-land-ownership-bureaucracy/6713518?source=rss
The Federal and Northern Territory Governments have strongly promoted private home ownership on Aboriginal land, but for Indigenous Advisory Council member Djambawa Marawili, the rhetoric has not been matched by the reality.Fri, 21 Aug 2015 09:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201508\4297395.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):Land RightsGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Djambawa MarawiliDjambawa MarawiliABC News: Sara Everingham: ABC News: Sara Everingham-12.4668 130.8433Great Southern Rail to halve services on Indian Pacific, The Ghan after Federal Government cutshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-06/great-southern-rail-halves-services-the-ghan-indian-pacific/6676174?source=rss
Concession fares will rise and services on The Ghan and Indian Pacific trains will be halved by Great Southern Rail in response to the abolition of a $9 million Federal Government subsidy.Thu, 06 Aug 2015 18:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201508\4287992.xmlABC Radio DarwinsydneydarwinadelaidemelbourneperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Great Southern Rail's Indian PacificGreat Southern Rail's Indian PacificFlickr: Simon Yeo: Flickr: Simon Yeo-34.9295 138.5982Kezia Purick: A rural heart with an independent streakhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-20/kezia-purick---background-feature/6633430?source=rss
Rural development is at the heart of Kezia Purick's decision to quit the ruling Country Liberals and become independent.Fri, 24 Jul 2015 16:15:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4277367.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Rural Women:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800kezia-purick-snakecatcher.jpgkezia-purick-snakecatcher.jpgSupplied: Supplied-12.4668 130.8433The colourful language of Kezia Purickhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-24/the-colourful-language-of-kezia-purick/6634166?source=rss
Kezia Purick has called a Federal Minister "pooncy" and suggested he should be castrated among a host of verbal barrages over the years.Mon, 20 Jul 2015 19:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4277295.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT MP Kezia Purick's snake findNT MP Kezia Purick's snake findSupplied: Facebook: Supplied: FacebookKezia Purick resignsKezia Purick resignsABC: Alan Dowler: ABC: Alan Dowler-12.4668 130.8433Kezia Purick quits Northern Territory Country Liberals party; Government loses one-seat majorityhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-20/kezia-purick-quits-country-liberals-nt-government-loses-majority/6632916?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government loses its one-seat majority after senior MLA Kezia Purick quits the ruling Country Liberals party.Mon, 20 Jul 2015 16:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4277115.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Kezia Purick after resigning from Country LiberalsKezia Purick after resigning from Country LiberalsABC: Felicity James: ABC: Felicity JamesKezia Purick resignsKezia Purick resignsABC: Alan Dowler: ABC: Alan Dowler-12.4668 130.8433NT Govt now minority after another MP quits Country Liberal Partyhttp://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2015/s4276900.htm?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government has been pushed into a minority position in the Parliament, after another MP quite the ruling Country Liberal Party. The speaker Kezia Purick announced her resignation from the party this morning. She is the fourth MP to quit the CLP since Adam Giles took over as Chief Minister two years ago.Mon, 20 Jul 2015 12:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4276900.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Kezia PurickKezia PurickABC News file photo: ABC News file photoNT Govt now minority after another MP quits Country Liberal PartyThe Northern Territory Government has been pushed into a minority position in the Parliament, after another MP quite the ruling Country Liberal Party. The speaker Kezia Purick announced her resignation from the party this morning. She is the fourth MP to quit the CLP since Adam Giles took over as Chief Minister two years ago.
Sara Everingham-12.4668 130.8433Dave Tollner calls for political donations to be banned, public funding for campaignshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-10/tollner-political-donations-ban-campaign-funding-from-taxpayers/6610894?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Treasurer Dave Tollner wants all political donations in the Territory to be banned and for taxpayers to fund election campaigns instead.Fri, 10 Jul 2015 15:17:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4271546.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Treasurer Dave TollnerTreasurer Dave TollnerABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles refuses to quit after being dumped in a late-night couphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/nt-chief-minister-giles-refuses-to-quit-after-leadership-coup/6065200?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government is in limbo as Chief Minister Adam Giles refuses to quit despite being dumped during a late-night party room coup.Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:42:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4173042.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesChief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesAAP: Daniel Munoz: AAP: Daniel MunozAdam Giles: 'I don't think the stability will be there if I step away'Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles, who has been dumped by his party, says he is still Chief Minister and Willem Westra von Holthe would not be good at the job.-12.4668 130.8433Kezia Purick calls on Darwin rural area to oppose subdivisions; withdraws threat of resigning from Country Liberalshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-06-23/kezia-purick-calls-darwin-residents-oppose-rural-subdivisions/6565206?source=rss
Senior Country Liberals MLA Kezia Purick calls on Darwin residents to "show force" in opposing the break up of large rural blocks into one and two acre properties.Tue, 23 Jun 2015 06:53:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4260023.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800CLP Deputy Kezia Purick, surrounded by mediaCLP Deputy Kezia Purick, surrounded by mediaJack Kerr: Jack KerrGerry Wood and Kezia PurickGerry Wood and Kezia PurickABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-12.4668 130.8433Family of man who died in police watch house call for new approach to NT alcohol problemshttp://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2015/s4250051.htm?source=rss
The family of a Central Australian man who died in the Darwin police watch house are asking if all that could have been done to help him was done and are calling for a new approach to tackling alcohol problems in the Northern Territory's Aboriginal communities.Fri, 05 Jun 2015 22:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4250051.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):Black Deaths In CustodyGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllHealth:Drug Use:AlcoholAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Family of man who died in police watch house call for new approach to NT alcohol problemsFamily of man who died in police watch house call for new approach to NT alcohol problems7.30 Report: 7.30 ReportFamily of man who died in police watch house call for new approach to NT alcohol problemsThe family of a Central Australian man who died in the Darwin police watch house are asking if all that could have been done to help him was done and are calling for a new approach to tackling alcohol problems in the Northern Territory's Aboriginal communities.Jane Bardon-12.4668 130.8433Former National Party director Paul Davey on the 'Joh for PM' campaignhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2015/06/02/4246842.htm?source=rss
Paul Davey on Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen's bizarre campaign to become Australia's prime minister. Tue, 02 Jun 2015 14:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4246842.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):Non FictionArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllCommunity and Society:History:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:NationalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioInformation and Communication:Journalism:AllInformation and Communication:Print Media:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Liberal National Party (Queensland)Government and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Paul DaveyPaul DaveyABC Local: Paul Davey - ConversationsPaul Davey in conversation with Richard Fidler.-27.4698 153.024Westra van Holthe calls on Delia Lawrie to resign rather than face leadership challengehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-16/nt-country-liberals-use-leadership-instability-to-attack-lawrie/6397494?source=rss
The Northern Territory Government calls on Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie to resign rather than face a month-long leadership tussle.Mon, 18 May 2015 17:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201505\4217683.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Opposition Leader Delia LawrieNT Opposition Leader Delia LawrieABC News: James Purtill: ABC News: James Purtill-12.4668 130.8433Budget 2015: Northern Territory Government won't borrow from northern development fundhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-05-13/budget-palmerston-hospital-remote-housing-northern-territory/6465392?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Treasurer welcomes a $5 billion infrastructure fund announced in the federal budget, but says his Government will not borrow money from it.Mon, 18 May 2015 16:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201505\4234731.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Agribusiness:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Treasurer Dave Tollner and Chief Minister Adam GilesNT Treasurer Dave Tollner and Chief Minister Adam GilesABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433Delia Lawrie urges Territory Labor to give new members a vote in leadership contesthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-17/lawrie-urges-labor-to-change-voting-rules-for-leadership-poll/6399424?source=rss
Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie urges the Labor party to steer away from voting rules and give new members a say in the leadership contest, in a move Ms Lawrie's opponents fear could give her a slight advantage in the ballot.Fri, 17 Apr 2015 07:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4218128.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Delia LawrieDelia LawrieABC News: James Purtill: ABC News: James Purtill-12.4668 130.8433NT Govt must spend more on cyclone recovery to access federal funds, Indigenous Affairs Minister Nigel Scullion sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-16/nt-government-must-spend-more-on-cyclone-recovery-scullion/6396256?source=rss
Cyclone-affected communities in Arnhem Land will not have access to a pool of federal emergency funding unless the Northern Territory Government spends more money on the rebuilding process, Federal Indigenous Affairs Minister Nigel Scullion says.Thu, 16 Apr 2015 20:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4217378.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinDisasters and Accidents:Cyclones:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllWeather:Cyclone:AllAustralia:NT:Galiwinku 0822Damage in Galiwinku from Cyclone LamDamage in Galiwinku from Cyclone LamABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.0167 135.5500NT Labor Leadership: Delia Lawrie to contest ballot with Michael Gunnerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-15/lawrie-vows-to-fight-for-labor-party-leadership/6394526?source=rss
NT Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie is refusing to step down despite losing the support of the majority of her party, pushing her into a month-long Labor leadership contest against fellow MLA Michael Gunn.Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4217218.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Michael Gunner and Delia LawrieMichael Gunner and Delia LawrieABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Michael Gunner: Meet the 'Labor apparatchik' who wants to be the Northern Territory ALP leaderhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-15/who-is-nt-labor-politician-michael-gunner/6392026?source=rss
Michael Gunner has nominated to be the next Northern Territory Labor leader - so who is the man some thought would be "fairly low odds" of being Chief Minister of the NT?Wed, 15 Apr 2015 15:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4217044.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Labor politician Michael GunnerNT Labor politician Michael GunnerSupplied: Facebook: Supplied: FacebookNorthern Territory politician Michael GunnerNorthern Territory politician Michael GunnerABC News: James Purtill: ABC News: James Purtill-12.4668 130.8433Labor to head to leadership spill, Gunner and Lawrie to announce intentions to contest later todayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-15/labor-to-head-to-leadership-spill/6393210?source=rss
The Northern Territory Labor Party will face a ballot for the leadership of the Opposition after all of the party's MPs called for a spill.Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201504\4216585.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie and Michael GunnerOpposition Leader Delia Lawrie and Michael GunnerABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie referred to Director of Public Prosecutions over 'false' testimonyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-04/delia-lawrie-referred-to-dpp-over-stella-maris/6370982?source=rss
Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie is referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) by her political rivals after a Supreme Court judge says she knowingly made false allegations.Sat, 04 Apr 2015 18:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201504\4210782.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Unions:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Opposition Leader Delia LawrieOpposition Leader Delia LawrieABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433NT Labor leader Delia Lawrie says she will not resign after Supreme Court criticismhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-04-02/nt-labor-leader-delia-lawrie-says-she-will-not-resign/6368200?source=rss
Northern Territory Labor leader Delia Lawrie says she will not resign amid speculation about her future following Supreme Court criticism of her conduct in the Stella Maris inquiry.Thu, 02 Apr 2015 17:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201504\4210186.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Delia Lawrie 'I won't resign'Delia Lawrie 'I won't resign'ABC: Xavier La Canna: ABC: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory Department of Infrastructure fined $20,000 over 'murderous trimming' of sacred treeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-30/nt-department-fined-over-murderous-trimming-of-sacred-trees/6359970?source=rss
The NT Department of Infrastructure is fined $20,000 after trees at a sacred Aboriginal site were felled by a Government-commissioned contractor.Mon, 30 Mar 2015 18:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4207673.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):Sacred SitesGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Coomalie trees cut downCoomalie trees cut down: -12.4668 130.8433Governments not helping northern Australia, outgoing NT Cattlemen's Association boss David Warriner sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-27/governments-not-helping-northern-australia-david-warriner-says/6354390?source=rss
The outgoing president of a powerful Northern Territory lobby group has gives a scathing assessment of both the Federal and Territory governments' lack of progress on developing northern Australia.Fri, 27 Mar 2015 19:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4206409.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Livestock:Beef CattleAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800David WarrinerDavid WarrinerMatt Brann: Matt Brann-12.4668 130.8433Tiwi Land Council signs framework for 10,040-hectare 99-year lease to private companieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-05/tiwi-land-council-signs-10040-hectare-99-year-lease-agreement/6283606?source=rss
Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles signs an agreement allowing 10,040 hectares of land on the Tiwi Islands to be leased to private companies.Thu, 05 Mar 2015 17:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4192031.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:International Aid and Trade:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:All:AllRural:Forestry:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Francis Xavier KurrupuwuAdam Giles and Francis Xavier KurrupuwuABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-23.0333 133.8000'This is not a Game Of Thrones': Vitriol as NT Parliament opens for 2015 after CLP turmoilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-17/nt-parliament-opens-for-2015-with-vitriol-after-clp-turmoil/6127410?source=rss
NT Parliament begins sittings for 2015 which are already marked by shouting, allegations, claims and counterclaims, dancing and a mention of medieval fantasy drama Game Of Thrones.Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4181736.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Parliament opens for 2015NT Parliament opens for 2015ABC News: Jane Bardon: ABC News: Jane Bardon-12.4668 130.8433Adam Giles's alcohol policy draining police resources, says Police Association president Vince Kellyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-11/bottle-shop-cops-draining-resources-says-police-association/6085626?source=rss
The NT Police Association head says having police at bottle shops means they are unable to work in other areas and says he does not want Adam Giles as police minister.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 13:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4178015.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam Giles and NT Police Association president Vince KellyNT Chief Minister Adam Giles and NT Police Association president Vince KellyABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Secret recording of CLP branch meeting reveals division within Adam Giles' partyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-09/clp-branch-meeting-recording-adam-giles/6078884?source=rss
The ABC obtains a secret recording of a Northern Territory Country Liberals Party branch meeting, which reveals the depths of the division and dysfunction in the party.Mon, 09 Feb 2015 09:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4176242.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesChief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesAAP: Daniel Munoz: AAP: Daniel Munoz-12.4668 130.8433Dave Tollner says Adam Giles made a 'faux pas' over allegations of police spreading rumourshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-06/giles-made-a-faux-pas-over-police-allegations-tollner/6074960?source=rss
The closest political ally of embattled Chief Minister Adam Giles criticises his judgement, but says Mr Giles now has "complete authority" over the Country Liberal Party.Fri, 06 Feb 2015 12:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4175280.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Dynamic duo seize reins in Country Liberals coupDynamic duo seize reins in Country Liberals coupABC: ABC-12.4668 130.8433Explainer: Could the Whitlam dismissal be repeated with Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles?http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-05/law-professors-explain-northern-territory-political-crisis/6067832?source=rss
Law professors answer thorny questions about what could have happened if the Country Liberals party room had not decided on a leader, and what may happen next.Thu, 05 Feb 2015 19:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4174989.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Constitution:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesChief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesAAP: Daniel Munoz: AAP: Daniel Munoz-12.4668 130.8433Adam Giles using NT Police as a political football, Police Association's Vince Kelly sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-04/adam-giles-accused-of-using-nt-police-as-political-football/6068812?source=rss
The Northern Territory Police Association accuses the Chief Minister of using the force as a political football, in response to claims by Adam Giles that senior officers were involved in the challenge to his leadership.Wed, 04 Feb 2015 20:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173926.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800President of the NT Police Association Vince KellyPresident of the NT Police Association Vince KellySupplied: Supplied-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles denies split threat, 'working as one' with Willem Westra van Holthehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-04/adam-giles-denies-split-threat-from-clp-if-dumped-as-leader/6068822?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Chief Minister denies reports he threatened to leave the Country Liberal Party and vote against it in Parliament if he was removed as leader.Wed, 04 Feb 2015 13:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173825.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Willem Westra van Holthe a day after the leadership crisisAdam Giles and Willem Westra van Holthe a day after the leadership crisisABC News: ABC NewsAdam Giles and Willem Westra van Holthe speak on 105.7 ABC DarwinNorthern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles and his newly appointed deputy Willem Westra van Holthe speak together on 105.7 ABC Darwin, following Tuesday's failed leadership coup.-12.4668 130.8433NT Government: Giles returns as Chief Minister by refusing to step asidehttp://www.abc.net.au/am/content/2015/s4173589.htm?source=rss
Willem Westra van Holthe's time in the top job of the Northern Territory has lasted 24 hours. The Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles survived the leadership challenge by simply refusing to step aside. Mister van Holte will stand in as Adam Giles's deputy instead. The ABC's been told some of Mr Giles's supporters threatened to leave the party if the leadership change went ahead.
Wed, 04 Feb 2015 08:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173589.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Willem Westre van Holthe and Adam Gilesvan Holte Giles ENIABC: James Dunlevie: ABC: James DunlevieNT Government: Giles returns as Chief Minister by refusing to step asideWillem Westra van Holthe's time in the top job of the Northern Territory has lasted 24 hours. The Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles survived the leadership challenge by simply refusing to step aside. Mister van Holthe will stand in as Adam Giles's deputy instead. The ABC's been told some of Mr Giles's supporters threatened to leave the party if the leadership change went ahead.
Sara Everingham-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory Government in crisishttp://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2015/s4173350.htm?source=rss
In Darwin, the Chief Minister Adam Giles was rolled in a midnight coup. Primary Industry Minister Willem Westra van Holthe wrested the job from him in a leadership spill last night but Mr Giles is refusing to step aside. The stand-off has left Mr Giles' challengers without enough support for a majority in Parliament, even with deals made with independents.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 19:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173350.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Northern Territory Government in crisisAdam GilesABC News: ABC NewsNorthern Territory Government in crisisIn Darwin, the Chief Minister Adam Giles was rolled in a midnight coup. Primary Industry Minister Willem Westra van Holthe wrested the job from him in a leadership spill last night but Mr Giles is refusing to step aside. The stand-off has left Mr Giles' challengers without enough support for a majority in Parliament, even with deals made with independents.Sara Everingham-12.4668 130.8433Queensland election, McRoberts investigation behind NT Country Liberals coup, new leader Westra van Holthe sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/queensland-mcroberts-reasons-for-coup-says-westra-van-holthe/6066908?source=rss
The new leader of the Country Liberal Party says the shock Queensland election loss and the debacle regarding the investigation of the former NT Police commissioner are behind his late night coup against Adam Giles.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 17:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173361.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Willem Westra van HoltheWillem Westra van Holthe: -12.4668 130.8433Timeline of Adam Giles's time as Northern Territory's chief ministerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/timeline-of-adam-giless-time-as-chief-minister-of-the-nt/6065394?source=rss
Adam Giles's chief ministerial career appears to be over. He was a polarising figure in the Northern Territory since he seized the leadership of the Country Liberal Party in March 2013.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 13:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173246.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800-12.4668 130.8433NT deputy leader John Elferink 'capable performer' but Speaker Kezia Purick hints at possible leadership turmoilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/new-nt-deputy-leader-john-elferink-capable-performer/6065614?source=rss
Speaker of the Northern Territory parliament Kezia Purick hints more leadership turmoil may yet be in store for the Country Liberals, after chief minister Adam Giles was dumped from the top spot late on Monday.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 12:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173160.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800CLP Deputy Kezia Purick, surrounded by mediaCLP Deputy Kezia Purick, surrounded by mediaJack Kerr: Jack Kerr-12.4668 130.8433Political analyst at Charles Darwin University discusses Northern Territory's late-night party room couphttp://www.abc.net.au/newsradio/content/s4173141.htm?source=rss
What happened in the Top End late last night?
Tue, 03 Feb 2015 11:56:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173141.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Governors General and State Governors:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800What happened in the Top End late last night?Adam Giles dumped as NT chief minister in late-night coup, Willem Westra van Holthe elected leaderhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/adam-giles-replaced-as-northern-territory-chief-minister/6064564?source=rss
Journalists are called to a 1:00am press conference to be told Adam Giles had been ousted as the Northern Territory's chief minister and replaced by a former policeman.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 10:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4172838.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Chief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesChief Minister of the Northern Territory Adam GilesAAP: Daniel Munoz: AAP: Daniel MunozAdam Giles and Willem Westra van HoltheAdam Giles and Willem Westra van HoltheABC: James Dunlevie: ABC: James DunlevieWillem Westra van Holthe seizes leadership in NTThe Member for Katherine, Willem Westra van Holthe, holds a 1:00am press conference to announce he has seized control of the NT leadership, replacing Adam Giles as chief minister.-12.4668 130.8433NT Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie refuses to comment on Stella Maris lying allegationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-30/delia-lawrie-refuses-to-comment-on-stella-maris-inquiry/6057844?source=rss
Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie refuses to comment on allegations she lied to discredit an inquiry into the lease of prime real estate in Darwin.Fri, 30 Jan 2015 15:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4171332.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Unions:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia LawrieNorthern Territory Opposition Leader Delia LawrieABC News: Steven Schubert: ABC News: Steven Schubert-12.4668 130.8433'Bring the boxing ring', NT Chief Minister Adam Giles tells ACT counterpart Andrew Barr after Darwin bashing commentshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-28/bring-the-boxing-ring-adam-giles-says-to-andrew-barr/6052052?source=rss
NT Chief Minister Adam Giles is lacing up the boxing gloves to teach ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr a lesson about the Top End, after Mr Barr said "no-one wants to go to Darwin".Wed, 28 Jan 2015 15:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4169815.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberradarwinEvent:Australia Day:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Adam Giles and Adam BarrAdam Giles and Adam BarrABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Labor claims stink over Berrimah Farm development as Foundation 51 financial backer short-listedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-13/labor-claims-stink-over-berrimah-farm-development/6014232?source=rss
A property developer that gave money to an alleged CLP slush fund is placed on the short list of companies jockeying to win the rights to a lucrative Darwin property development.Tue, 13 Jan 2015 22:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4161473.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Berrimah 0828Australia:NT:Darwin 0800-12.4409 130.9226Foundation 51: Email suggests $200,000 spent on CLP election campaignhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-16/email-suggests-foundation-51-spent-200k-on-election-campaign/5819802?source=rss
A newly-released email from the director of a company under investigation by the Australian Electoral Commission appears to confirm that the company spent money on an election campaign that was never declared as a political donation. Foundation 51 has been at the centre of a political storm in the NT since May when a series of leaked emails raised questions about whether it was receiving donations on behalf of the Country Liberal Party (CLP). The new email, obtained exclusively by the ABC and written by company director Graeme Lewis, lays out in detail how $200,000 of undeclared monies contributed to Foundation 51 were spent on CLP election-related activities.Thu, 08 Jan 2015 11:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4108732.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Foundation 51 Director Graeme LewisFoundation 51 Director Graeme Lewis: -12.4668 130.8433New 'paperless arrest' laws in NT under attackhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-27/new-paperless-arrest-laws-in-nt-under-attack/5923084?source=rss
Lawyers criticise new "paperless arrest" laws in the NT, designed to give police more powers to take troublemakers off the streets before they commit serious crimes.Thu, 27 Nov 2014 17:30:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4137591.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Laws:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800The Northern Police logo on the side of a police van.The Northern Police logo on the side of a police van.: -12.4668 130.8433Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage report: NT Aboriginal leaders call for more say in federal spendinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-19/aboriginal-leaders-call-for-more-say-in-reducing-gap/5903872?source=rss
Aboriginal leaders in the NT call for more say in how federal programs are run, after a report shows the gap between Indigenous people and other Australians is increasing in many areas.Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4132076.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllCommunity and Society:Suicide:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Overcoming-Indigenous-Disadvantage.jpgOvercoming-Indigenous-Disadvantage.jpgSource: Steering Committee for the Review of Government Service Provision, Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage 2014: Source: Steering Committee for the Review of Government Service Provision, Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage 2014-12.4668 130.8433TIO sale: Delia Lawrie says Territorians 'concerned' about Govt's planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-10/nt-opposition-leader-says-plenty-of-anger-tio-sale/5880046?source=rss
Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie says there is a lot of community anger about the proposed sale of the Territory Insurance Office (TIO). Ms Lawrie was in the Smith Street Mall in Darwin on Monday afternoon to gather signatures for a petition calling on the Government to abandon the sale.Mon, 10 Nov 2014 16:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4125354.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Privatisation and Deregulation:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie at TIO petition in Darwin's Smith Street MallNorthern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie at TIO petition in Darwin's Smith Street Mall: -12.4668 130.8433John Hardy sworn in as new Administrator for the Northern Territoryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-10/new-nt-administrator-sworn-in-john-hardy/5879212?source=rss
Aviation businessman John Hardy is sworn in as the 21st Administrator of the Northern Territory by Governor-General Peter Cosgrove. Mr Hardy is known for establishing Air North and Hardy Aviation, which is one of the largest airlines in the NT.Mon, 10 Nov 2014 14:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4125117.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Governors General and State Governors:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800New Administrator of the Northern Territory John HardyNew Administrator of the Northern Territory John HardyABC: Joanna Crothers: ABC: Joanna Crothers-12.4668 130.8433Kezia Purick labels Kevin Andrews 'pooncy': CLP MP suggests federal Minister should be castrated if he comes to NThttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-05/nt-speaker-labels-kevin-andrews-pooncy-de-facto-comments/5867416?source=rss
The Speaker of the NT's Parliament launches an extraordinary attack on federal Minister Kevin Andrews over his comments on de facto couples, calling him "pooncy" and suggesting he should be castrated if he tries to tell people how to live their lives.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 14:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4121883.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberradarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Purick warns Andrews should be castrated if he comes to the NTPurick warns Andrews should be castrated if he comes to the NTABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433CLP and Labor both claim bragging rights after Lauren Moss wins Casuarina by-electionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-19/clp-labor-bragging-rights-casuarina-by-election-lauren-moss-win/5825234?source=rss
Labor and the Country Liberal Party are each claiming bragging rights in the Casuarina by-election, with both saying the "incumbency factor" cost them votes.Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4110147.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Lauren Moss campaigning on voting day of the Casuarina by-electionLauren Moss campaigning on voting day of the Casuarina by-electionABC: James Dunlevie: ABC: James Dunlevie-12.4668 130.8433NT ranked third best economy in Australia, State of the States report sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-20/nt-ranked-third-best-economy-in-australia-commsec-says/5826698?source=rss
The Northern Territory is listed as the third best economy in Australia, but signs are that growth in the jurisdiction is falling away, a new report has found.Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4110619.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800October 2014 CommSec reportOctober 2014 CommSec reportSupplied: Supplied-12.4668 130.8433Labor's Lauren Moss claims victory at Casuarina by-election, despite CLP swinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-18/lauren-moss-harry-kypreos-casuarina-by-election/5824462?source=rss
Labor candidate Lauren Moss has claimed victory in the Northern Territory's Casuarina by-election, despite a swing to the Country Liberal Party (CLP). With about 70 per cent of the vote counted she had a projected two-party preferred lead of 10 per cent. She thanked family and staff as well as Labor's long-serving member for Casuarina Kon Vatskalis, whose resignation announcement in July triggered the by-election. The results can be seen on . Ms Moss, 27, had been an early favourite in the campaign, with the CLP needing a swing of more than 9.3 per cent to take what was considered a safe Labor seat.Sun, 19 Oct 2014 02:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4109967.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Delia Lawrie and Lauren MossDelia Lawrie and Lauren MossABC News: Ruby Jones: ABC News: Ruby Jones-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory to push ahead with online public sex register, Attorney-General John Elferink sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-17/elferink-responds-to-sex-regsiter-criticism/5822152?source=rss
The Northern Territory is set to push ahead with its landmark online public sex offender register amid criticism from Prime Minister Tony Abbott.Fri, 17 Oct 2014 17:08:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4109517.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Sexual Offences:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Bruce and Denise Morcombe and John ElferinkBruce and Denise Morcombe and John ElferinkABC News: Ruby Jones: ABC News: Ruby Jones-12.4668 130.8433Calls for Indigenous language tuition in Northern Territory primary schoolshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-14/calls-for-aboriginal-language-tuition-in-territory-primary-scho/5812810?source=rss
Primary school students across the NT should be learning Indigenous languages as part of their curriculum, according to the Greens candidate for the Casuarina by-election.Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4106921.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinkatherineCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):Aboriginal LanguageEducation:Schools:Primary SchoolsEducation:Subjects:LanguagesGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Katherine 0850Old languages at risk of extinctionOld languages at risk of extinction: -12.4668 130.8433Adam Giles may offer NT nuclear waste site if traditional owners fail to nominate locationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-30/giles-may-offer-up-nuclear-waste-site-if-traditional-owners-dont/5779394?source=rss
NT Chief Minister Adam Giles has suggested his Government may put up a site for a national nuclear waste dump if traditional owners fail to nominate one.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 10:05:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201410\4097525.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinalicespringsEnvironment:Nuclear Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Tennant Creek 0860The turnoff to Muckaty StationThe turnoff to Muckaty StationCaddie Brain: Caddie Brain-23.0333 133.8000The Deputy, the Magistrate and the Midnight Peggerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/08/29/4090526.htm?source=rss
Last week, the Deputy Chief Minister resigned over his behaviour. This week, a magistrate, who's a former Country Liberals politician, also resigned as pressure continued over his political ties outside of court. Now comes another character whose allegations, made in Parliament, raise questions about both men.Thu, 18 Sep 2014 17:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4090526.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800The Deputy, the Magistrate and the Midnight PeggerThe Deputy, the Magistrate and the Midnight PeggerStateline NT: Stateline NTThe Deputy, the Magistrate and the Midnight PeggerLast week, the Deputy Chief Minister resigned over his behaviour. This week, a magistrate, who's a former Country Liberals politician, also resigned as pressure continued over his political ties outside of court. Now comes another character whose allegations, made in Parliament, raise questions about both men.Alyssa Betts-23.0333 133.8000Outback Way: Huge difference in cost to seal dirt road between NT, WA, Qldhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-11/outback-way-seal-dirt-road-millions-dollars-price-difference/5735650?source=rss
Costings for a proposed national east-west road link have revealed stark differences in quoted figures for the Northern Territory, Western Australia and Queensland.Thu, 11 Sep 2014 15:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4085635.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinwestqldgoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:Boulia 4829Australia:WA:Laverton 6440On the road againOn the road againABC Contribute: ABC Contribute-12.4668 130.8433NT Government names Peter Chandler as new deputy, replacing Dave Tollner after gay slur controversyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-01/clp-names-new-deputy-peter-chandler/5707856?source=rss
The NT Government has named Peter Chandler its new deputy to replace Dave Tollner, who resigned from the position amid a gay slur controversy. Mr Chandler, the current Minister for Education and Lands, Planning and the Environment, was voted in at Monday night's CLP Parliamentary Wing meeting at Parliament House. Chief Minister Adam Giles said Mr Tollner - who did not show at the meeting - was "tired... and is going to have a rest." He described Mr Tollner's replacement Peter Chandler as a "unifying and calming influence".Tue, 02 Sep 2014 09:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4078833.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Education Minister Peter ChandlerNT Education Minister Peter Chandler: -12.4668 130.8433Former Vietnam refugee Hieu Van Le set to be installed as governor of South Australiahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-30/former-vietnam-refugee-hieu-van-le-installed-governor-sa/5707742?source=rss
A long-time friend of the man about to be installed as governor of South Australia thinks his mate would have found himself locked up in Australia's offshore detention facilities if he had tried to reach the country's shores in more recent times.Sat, 30 Aug 2014 13:05:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4077634.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinadelaideCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Governors General and State Governors:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Royal and Imperial Matters:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:SA:AllVietnam:All:AllHieu Van Le in his early 20sHieu Van Le in his early 20s: Bill Denny and Hieu Van LeBill Denny and Hieu Van Le: -34.9295 138.5982Dave Tollner lashes out over cash-for-document claims made by Norm McClearyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-29/tollner-hits-back-at-cash-for-document-claims/5705292?source=rss
Senior Northern Territory politician Dave Tollner has hit back at the man at the centre of cash-for-document allegations against former magistrate Peter Maley, describing him as a "serial pest". The man at the centre of the claims, WA mining figure Norm McCleary, has hinted more allegations are on the way, describing what has been reported so far as the "tip of the proverbial iceberg". Dave Tollner, who resigned as deputy leader of the Country Liberal Party last week to become a backbencher, on Friday issued a statement denying allegations made under parliamentary privilege connecting him to an alleged offer made by Mr Maley to Mr McCleary.Fri, 29 Aug 2014 15:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4077077.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Dave Tollner hits back at Norm McCleary claimsDave Tollner hits back at Norm McCleary claimsABC News: ABC NewsMen at centre of cash-for-document claimsMen at centre of cash-for-document claimsABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433Country Liberals put off vote for new deputy after Dave Tollner's gay slurshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-25/country-liberals-put-off-vote-for-new-deputy/5693796?source=rss
The Country Liberals have put off finding a replacement for deputy NT chief minister Dave Tollner, who resigned last week after a furore over slurs he made to a gay staffer.Tue, 26 Aug 2014 00:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4073715.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister Adam Giles outside parliament on day MPs may choose a new deputy leaderNT Chief Minister Adam Giles outside parliament on day MPs may choose a new deputy leaderABC: Xavier La Canna: ABC: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433Northern Territory Deputy Chief Minister Dave Tollner resigns amid gay slur controversyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-22/nt-deputy-leader-dave-tollner-resigns-over-gay-slur-comments/5690686?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Deputy Chief Minister, Dave Tollner, has resigned after homophobic comments he made about another minister's staffer went public. In a press conference on Friday afternoon NT Chief Minister Adam Giles said he had accepted Mr Tollner's resignation as deputy chief minister and treasurer. Last week Mr Tollner called another minister's staffer - a party advisor and son of a colleague - a "pillow biter" and "shirt lifter". In a radio interview earlier on Friday, Mr Tollner said he has no problem with homosexual people and spoke of a family breakdown after his own mother left for another woman.Sat, 23 Aug 2014 00:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4072799.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Dave Tollner NT Treasurer ABC pic for 2013 budgetDave Tollner NT Treasurer ABC pic for 2013 budget: -23.0333 133.8000My mum's gay, NT Deputy Chief Minister Dave Tollner says, after criticism over homophobic slurhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-22/my-mum-is-gay-says-homophobic-rant-minister/5689018?source=rss
The Northern Territory politician who admitted to using homophobic slurs towards a gay staffer says he has no problem with homosexual people and has spoken of a family breakdown after his own mother left for another woman. Mr Tollner said the comments to the staffer - who is also the son of a political colleague - were taken out of context and he had "no issue with gay people at all". "I can't see what I am to publicly apologise for. I've been called 10,000 things worse than this, but you accept them in the good humour in which they're delivered." Asked if he supported same-sex marriage, Mr Tollner said he did - but "there are far more important things... of greater priority" for his government to address.Sat, 23 Aug 2014 00:07:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4072522.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:Gays and Lesbians:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800The CLP's Dave Tollner.The CLP's Dave Tollner.Jack Kerr: Jack KerrTollner fronts the media as question mark hangs over political futureNorthern Territory Deputy Chief Minister David Tollner fronted the media after a commercial radio interview in which he refused to rule out resigning over the gay slur scandal.-12.4668 130.8433NT Deputy Chief Minister Dave Tollner keeps job despite gay slurs against son of colleaguehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-21/nt-deputy-dave-tollner-keeps-job-despite-gay-slurs/5686206?source=rss
The NT Chief Minister has refused to sack his deputy who abused a colleague's son, calling him a "pillow biter" and "shirt lifter". Adam Giles said the issue was "an internal matter" and had been dealt with.Fri, 22 Aug 2014 17:32:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4071695.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800adam giles and dave tollner file pic abc tvadam giles and dave tollner file pic abc tvABC TV: ABC TV-12.4668 130.8433Chief Minister branded arrogant for quashing calls for inquiry into magistrate Peter Maley's former CLP connectionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-20/i-dont-care-if-a-magistrate-is-a-member-of-a-political-party/5683052?source=rss
Northern Territory Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie has branded the Chief Minister arrogant, after he told Parliament he does not have a problem with a magistrate being a member of any political party.Wed, 20 Aug 2014 13:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4070970.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Judges and Legal Profession:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800New NT Chief Minister Giles fronts mediaNew NT Chief Minister Giles fronts mediaNews Online Brisbane: News Online Brisbane-12.4668 130.8433Renewed call for inquiry into conduct of NT magistrate Peter Maley shot down a second timehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-08/call-for-magistrate-inquiry-rejected-again/5657258?source=rss
The Northern Territory Attorney-General has rejected a renewed push by the NT Bar Association for an inquiry into the conduct of a Darwin magistrate. It argued Peter Maley breached the rules of judicial conduct by not severing his ties with the Country Liberals Party immediately on becoming a magistrate in September last year, and taking eight months to quit the party.Fri, 08 Aug 2014 11:53:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4063557.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Judges and Legal Profession:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Criminal lawyer Peter MaleyCriminal lawyer Peter Maley: -12.4668 130.8433Labor's Kon Vatskalis quits Northern Territory politics, by-election loomshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-29/kon-vatskalis-quits-territory-politics/5633460?source=rss
Long-serving Labor politician Kon Vatskalis has announced he is quitting politics after 13 years in the Northern Territory's Legislative Assembly. Speaking at a press conference today Mr Vatskalis said "in danger of paraphrasing one of our famous colleagues, it's time," referring to Gough Whitlam's campaign slogan for the 1972 federal election. "It's time for me to say goodbye to let some new blood come into Territory politics," he said. Asked if he had any regrets, the 57-year-old said: "I didn't see my children growing up. "If you compare my life as a public servant and my life as a politician, I'd rather go back to the public service... [working] 8am to 4:21, six weeks' holidays, no overtime, no weekends."Wed, 30 Jul 2014 09:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4056646.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Casuarina 0810Australia:NT:Darwin 0800Kon Vatskalis quits politicsKon Vatskalis quits politicsRick Hind: Rick Hind-12.3666 130.8833Vision for Darwin's future angers environment group, amateur fishershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-28/darwin-plan-angers-greenies-fishers/5629046?source=rss
Plans for a dam and a second port in Darwin have been slammed. A plan to dam a river and build a second port near Darwin has been slammed by greenies and amateur fishers.Tue, 29 Jul 2014 05:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4055662.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:Fishing, Aquaculture:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Amateur fishermen on the water near DarwinAmateur fishermen on the water near Darwin: -12.4668 130.8433Investigative journalist Kate McClymont exposes Obeid empirehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/07/28/4055392.htm?source=rss
Investigative journalist Kate McClymont has spent years reporting on the affairs of powerful NSW public figure, Eddie Obeid.Mon, 28 Jul 2014 14:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4055392.xmlABC Radio DarwincanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Ethics:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Electoral System:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Laws:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:Minor PartiesLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:BriberyLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Kate McClymont Kate McClymontABC Local: Kate McClymont - ConversationsKate McClymont in conversation with Richard Fidler.-27.4698 153.024Violence around Top Springs Hotel prompts Licensing Commission to clamp down on grog saleshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-21/top-springs-hotel/5612390?source=rss
An outback hotel has had some of the toughest restrictions on selling alcohol ever imposed in the Northern Territory, after being linked to violence in nearby Aboriginal communities and a death. The NT Licensing Commission on Monday handed down a decision into the Top Springs Hotel, which is located about 600kms south of Darwin, after a hearing in Katherine earlier this year. The hotel sells more than 95 per cent of its alcohol to people who live in Aboriginal communities at Yarralin, Daguragu, Kalkarindji and Lajamanu.Tue, 22 Jul 2014 08:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4050536.xmlABC Radio DarwinkatherinedarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Drug Use:AlcoholLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Katherine 0850Australia:NT:Lajamanu 0852Publican Pauline HaseldinePublican Pauline HaseldineABC Rural: ABC Rural-18.3333 130.6333'G'day mate': Unexpected greeting for the Vietnam refugee who will now be next SA Governorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-26/gday-mate-greeting-for-vietnam-refugee-who-rose-to-sa-governor/5552828?source=rss
"G'day mate" was the unlikely greeting for Hieu Van Le more than three decades ago when he was among the first Vietnamese boat people to arrive in Australia from his war-torn country. He had a dangerous boat journey to Australia, but a remarkable life now sees a former Vietnam refugee to be South Australia's next governor.Fri, 27 Jun 2014 07:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4033897.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinadelaideCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Royal and Imperial Matters:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:SA:AllVietnam:All:AllHieu Van LeSouth Australia's Lieutenant-Governor Hieu Van Le in his Adelaide office, January 2010.ABC News: -34.9295 138.5982Electoral commission investigating Foundation 51http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/24/4032112.htm?source=rss
Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles is welcoming news that the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is investigating Foundation 51, a company with strong ties to the Country Liberal Party he leads.Tue, 24 Jun 2014 14:20:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4032112.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800ABC applies to Electoral Commission for details of Foundation 51 investigationThe Australian Electoral Commission is refusing to hand over documents relating to an investigation into Foundation 51.: -12.4668 130.8433Privileges committee could order apology, recommend jailhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/23/4031400.htm?source=rss
Two senior Labor Party politicians could face a parliamentary committee that has powers to order them to apologise or even threaten them with jail in the wake of an inquiry into a lease of a building to a union group.Mon, 23 Jun 2014 16:54:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4031400.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Delia Lawrie and Gerry McCarthyLabor leader in the NT Delia Lawrie and the Member for Barkly Gerry McCarthy.ABC News: ABC News-12.4668 130.8433'High chance' Labor actions over Stella Maris to go to police, Giles warnshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/20/4029683.htm?source=rss
The Northern Territory government says there is a high chance the actions of the former Labor government will be referred to police, after an inquiry criticised the way a lease agreement with a trade union group was handled.
Mon, 23 Jun 2014 14:13:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4029683.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Stella Maris report and Delia LawrieThe NT's ALP Leader Delia Lawrie was criticised in a report into the lease arrangement for the Stella Maris building.: -12.4668 130.8433Govt disappointed after Qantas pulls out of Nhulunbuyhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/18/4028327.htm?source=rss
The Northern Territory government is disappointed after Qantas revealed it was axing its service to Nhulunbuy, a town hit by a falling population after the mothballing of a huge alumina plant.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 17:14:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4028327.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Qantas planeQantas has announced it is axing its regular flights to the NT town of NhulunbuyABC News: -12.1868 136.7821The govt is playing with us, Nhulunbuy business leader sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/17/4027051.htm?source=rss
A business leader in the town of Nhulunbuy thinks the government is playing with people by giving out false information about how the area is coping with an economic downturn.Tue, 17 Jun 2014 14:07:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4027051.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Gove alumina refineryThe mothballing of the Gove alumina refinery has led to uncertainty about the future of the town of Nhulunbuy.ABC News: -12.1868 136.7821Cost of living controversy - 'show me the method'http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/12/4023893.htm?source=rss
An economist is calling on the Northern Territory government to release the methodology behind a controversial report that found Darwin is the cheapest place to live in Australia.Thu, 12 Jun 2014 10:35:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4023893.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Shopping bags in DarwinIs Darwin the cheapest place to live in Australia, or among the most expensive?Xavier La CannaABC Local: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433Government Arafura backflip 'semantics'http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/06/4020153.htm?source=rss
A Northern Territory minister says the Arafura Games are permanently cancelled and says it is arguable what Chief Minister Adam Giles meant when he said they would definitely return "bigger and better".Fri, 06 Jun 2014 11:26:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4020153.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Arafura Games websiteThis screenshot of the Arafura Games website shows the 2013 competition had been deferred, but now the NT government says that is wrong.: 1 May, 2013: Giles says Arafura Games to be back 'bigger and better'On 1 May, 2013 Chief Minister Adam Giles said the Arafura Games would definitely be back 'bigger and better'.Julia Christensen-12.4668 130.8433Teachers worried about e-voting for EBA, union sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/02/4016905.htm?source=rss
Northern Territory Education Union says many teachers are worried the government will learn how they vote in an electronic ballot that opens today to determine whether they will accept a new enterprise bargaining offer.Tue, 03 Jun 2014 08:05:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201406\4016905.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industrial Relations:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Teachers rally in DarwinTeachers, parents and students gathered outside Parliament House in Darwin last year to protest cuts to education.Xavier La Canna: Xavier La Canna-12.4668 130.8433Giles leaves open door to supporting GST risehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/05/27/4012861.htm?source=rss
Northern Territory Chief Minister Adam Giles has left open the door to supporting a raise in the GST
but doesn't think it is necessary now.Tue, 27 May 2014 10:47:00 +0930\xmlcontent\201405\4012861.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Giles leaves door open on GST riseChief Minister Adam Giles has left open the door to a GST rise, but says he doesn't support it at the moment.Xavier La Canna: Xavier La Canna"Special economical tax zone" thought bubblehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-26/special-economical-tax-zone-thought-bubble/5479432?source=rss
Mon, 26 May 2014 20:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4012523.xmlABC Radio DarwinalicespringsdarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:NT:Darwin 0800"Special economical tax zone" thought bubble"Special economical tax zone" thought bubble7pm TV News NT: 7pm TV News NT"Special economical tax zone" thought bubbleIt's a radical idea that would change the face of the business and social landscape
A "special economic zone" across Northern Australia that would see companies exempted from huge tax bills.
It's a thought bubble being pushed by mining magnate Gina Rinehart, but has one respected economist labelling it as a nonsense.Mark Di Stefano-12.4668 130.8433Northern Australia: Housing, mining top agenda as teenagers share perspective on NT developmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-24/northern-australia-teenagers-share-perspective-on-nt-development/5475746?source=rss
Teenagers from the Northern Territory have expressed negative views about living "down south" amid fears for the future of the mining sector in the Top End.Sat, 24 May 2014 16:17:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4011411.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Palmerston 0830-12.4668 130.8433Northern development: Fisheries head spruiks opportunities for industry to expand in NThttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-21/fisheries-head-spruiks-opportunities-for-expansion-in-nt/5467354?source=rss
The Northern Territory head of fisheries has said the Top End's fishing industry could be substantially expanded as part of plans to develop Northern Australia.Wed, 21 May 2014 11:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4008952.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:All:AllRural:Fishing, Aquaculture:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:NT:Nhulunbuy 0880Barramundi filletsBarramundi filletsMatt Brann: Matt Brann-12.1868 136.7821NT Chief Minister on developing the Northhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-20/nt-chief-minister-on-developing-the-north/5466090?source=rss
Wed, 21 May 2014 11:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4008511.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800NT Chief Minister on developing the NorthNT Chief Minister on developing the North7pm TV News NT: 7pm TV News NTNT Chief Minister on developing the NorthThis week the joint parliamentary committee into Northern Development begins public hearings.
Stakeholders from all major Territory centres will give evidence on what they'd like to see happen, and how to go about it.Kristy O'Brien-12.4668 130.8433State and Territory leaders meet to talk cutshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-19/state-and-territory-leaders-meet-to-talk-cuts/5462716?source=rss
Mon, 19 May 2014 19:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4007646.xmlABC Radio DarwinsydneydarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:Darwin 0800State and Territory leaders meet to talk cutsState and Territory leaders meet to talk cuts7pm TV News NT: 7pm TV News NTState and Territory leaders meet to talk cutsThe Northern Territory Chief Minister says the Territory stands to lose more than 950 million dollars in Federal health and education funding.
Adam Giles warns the cuts will hit the Territory's most disadvantaged hard.Andrew Thompson-12.4668 130.8433NT Treasurer delivers record $6b budget, Dave Tollner confident of economic growthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-13/nt-budget/5450504?source=rss
The Northern Territory's Treasurer has handed down a record budget this year of $6 billion, putting back a planned return to surplus. The budget is in the red by $720 million - $370 million more than last year, but Dave Tollner has told Parliament the deficit was forecast to decrease to $30 million by 2018. Correctional services was one of the big winners, receiving a boost of about $62 million, but a number of government departments have suffered millions of dollars in cuts as part of belt-tightening measures.Tue, 13 May 2014 20:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4003844.xmlABC Radio DarwindarwinGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Dave Tollner NT Treasurer ABC pic for 2013 budgetDave Tollner NT Treasurer ABC pic for 2013 budget: